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Man Kicks Dog at Bunnings, New Laws Proposed

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A four-year-old Staffordshire terrier, Maya, was brutally attacked in a Bunnings hardware store parking lot. The unprovoked assault, captured on video, sparked outrage among shoppers. Maya received medical attention and is recovering, but her owners are determined to identify the attacker. Police have launched an investigation, with new legislation set to increase penalties for animal cruelty.

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Man Kicks Dog at Bunnings, New Laws Proposed

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Here's more Adelaide news for March 2nd. A man kicked a four-year-old Staffordshire Terrier, named Maya twice in the face while she was tied up in the back of a pickup truck at a bunnings. Hardware store parking lot in northern Adelaide. The dog was only barking at the time, posing no real threat since she was restrained. Witnesses captured the whole thing on video, which quickly spread online. Maya's owner learned about the attack that way, as she had left the dog briefly outside during shopping. Maya's erupted in fury, with yelling, wild gestures, and lots of outrage over the unprovoked violence against the harmless pet. The dog's co-owner called the attacker the lowest of the low for targeting an animal that couldn't even fight back. Maya visited a vet right after and got the all clear with no serious injuries. Her owners are pushing hard to identify the man so he faces consequences. Police now have the footage and launched an investigation. Her penalties for aggravated animal cruelty include up to four years in jail, or a $10,000

fine, but a new animal welfare act will soon. Boost those to 10 years behind bars, or $250,000. The daily news now is powered by our sponsor. Do not just fall asleep, drift into what you are listening to. S-O-L-I-S-O-L-P-L-O-D-C-A-C-A-M.

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